In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become an inevitable part of our lives. From work to personal relationships, we all face different types of stress daily. While stress can sometimes motivate us to perform better, excessive stress can negatively impact our mental and physical health, leading to burnout, anxiety, and depression. Therefore, it’s crucial to …
Early childhood development is a crucial foundation for a child’s future success in education, health, and overall well-being. However, the recent statistics on the development of South African children are shocking and disturbing. According to the Thrive by Five Index 2021, only 35% of 5-year-old children in South Africa were at the correct level in …
Rape is a pervasive problem in South Africa. Many survivors of rape don’t report the rape to the police. Interpol has named South Africa the “Rape capital of the world.” They further note that a woman is raped or sexually abused every 25 seconds in South Africa. It is a devastating crime that profoundly impacts …
The importance of pre-school education is often overlooked in South Africa, where the government has failed to provide good education opportunities to the children of our society. This is evident in the recent disaster of registering grade 1 learners in South Africa, where thousands of children cannot access the education they need. Pre-school education is …
THE CRADLE OF HOPE is a reputable charity organization that has been serving those in need since 2007. Despite its employees’ hard work and dedication, the organization is often criticized. Its reputation is often tarnished by individuals who spread false information and sow seeds of doubt on social media. The importance of trustworthiness and credibility …
In South Africa, the need for food assistance and food security is increasing at an alarming rate. With the country’s high unemployment rate and the rising cost of living, more and more people are turning to feeding programs and soup kitchens for meals. Unfortunately, the resources needed to keep these facilities running do not meet …
At THE CRADLE OF HOPE we appreciate the value of art therapy. Art therapy is a form of psychotherapy that uses art-making as a way for individuals to express themselves and explore their emotions. It is a holistic approach that can help individuals improve their mental and emotional well-being and physical health. Art therapy is …
Compassion fatigue, also known as secondary traumatic stress, is a condition that affects individuals who provide care or services to those who are suffering, such as healthcare workers, first responders, social workers, counselors, and other helping professionals, as well as staff members and volunteers of charity organisation such as THE CRADLE OF HOPE. It is …
Gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa takes many forms, including physical, psychological, and sexual violence. Women and girls are particularly vulnerable to GBV and are most likely to be victims of intimate partner violence. Physical and verbal abuse often accompanies this form of aggression and can have long-term severe psychological effects. Additionally, South Africa has …
Why do we have so many cats at THE CRADLE OF HOPE? Firstly, our CEO loves cats and can’t resist saving one. Secondly, pets add value to people’s lives. In the past, cats and kittens were often dropped off at our doorstep, and we could not stand seeing these helpless animals suffer. The use of …